Monday, May 7, 2012

Anita here, and oh how I love Cowgirl Up! Have I mentioned lately that ya'll rock? I have gotten so much inspiration from all of the wonderful ideas here. I just want to curl up with a cup of tea and my laptop on the sofa, and soak up all of the beauty and creativity. I'd throw in a little nap too, but not at the same time, because the tea would end up all over my laptop...

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But onto my fav's.

This dresser from LITTLE YELLOW BARN is adorable, and the story of Jourdan's first attempt was too funny.

SUMMER SOUL has the grain sack look in the bag so to speak, great chair too.

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Sunday, May 6, 2012

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Can anyone tell me about this basket? It looks VERY old. It has wood rails that look timeworn on the bottom and wood poles on the corners. Is it a french laundry basket? I found some online that looked almost identical and they were $200!

It is huge! Both of my girls can sit in it together. I am hoping that some of you French antique collectors can tell me my suspicion is correct. Like I said, it looks very old, which you can't really tell from the pictures.

Saturday, May 5, 2012

If you are anything like me you get excited when you find a really chunky, crusty, ornate old picture frame. The bigger the better! And if you're anything like me you have a few laying around waiting to be made into chalkboards you saw on Miss Mustard Seed's blog. : )

So there the frames have sat, for years, sadly waiting for you to give them some attention. Here is a simple DIY that anyone can do. It takes about 15 minutes, is almost free, and only requires items you likely have on hand.

I LOVE the look of old linen baby gowns and baptism gowns. I especially love them framed. I found this little linen gown last week for $1.50 and had an ah-ha! moment. I used a regular stapler, not even a staple gun. I stapled a square of burlap to the back and safety pinned the gown onto it. That's it! And I know I'm DEFINITELY not the first blogger to reveal this type of project but hey...maybe there's another girl out there like me who hasn't considered this option.

I like it without glass too. And as often as I change up my decor, I like that I can disassemble this in about 30 seconds.

Here are some other goodies I haven't shared with you. Old farmhouse photos...

A few old mirrors. I'm still pondering where these will take up permanent residence.

And lastly a red cliff ironstone bread platter that says "Give us this day our daily Bread" and an old bread knife. I'm thinking ribbon through the holes and hang? With the knife...somehow.

Friday, May 4, 2012

I'm working on setting up a "store" or paypal type thing. I'm into art...not technology!! I am very slow when it comes to computer literacy. I'm so thankful to my blog buddies who take the time to tell me how to fix "stuff".

I also have a few large paintings for sale, but it is through a gallery called dh collection in Fort Worth. I am working on getting the link to that gallery up on my sidebar.

"Dusk" oil on canvas, 18x24" $145

"Any Way you Slice It" oil on canvas, 12x12" $65 SOLD

"Dusk"

"Pitcher" oil on gallery wrapped canvas, 6x6" $60

"Rose Bundle" Oil on canvas board, 12x16" $75

"God is Nigh" Oil on gallery wrapped canvas, 12x16" $125

"Evening Clearing" Oil on gallery wrapped Canvas, 12x12" $90 SOLD

I am trying to work on a couple of small paintings each week. After quitting (taking a break from) my teaching career of 9 years last summer, I found that I couldn't *just* be a stay at home mom. As wonderful as it is I felt something was missing. Painting, photography and blogging has filled this void and I am truly loving life right now. The older I get, the more I feel God speaking to me, telling me to enjoy the gifts and blessings he has given me.

Thank you so much for stopping by to look at my beginnings into the art world. I am humbled by your support and encouragement. I have found many new friends through blogging that I would have otherwise never known. I really appreciate you all!

Thursday, May 3, 2012

I love those old yard long floral paintings don't you? I saw one recently, on Pinterest, hanging above a stove. Right there under the vent-a-hood! An unlikely place, but it looks fabulous. So cottage-y and whimsical. It softens an industrial space with a pop of nature. I am a huge fan of garden style home decor. I think cottage style goes hand in hand with romantic, charming cottage gardens filled with herbs, crusty white metal furniture and white picket fences dripping with roses.

In the spirit of floral yard long paintings, here is my attempt today.

Monday, April 30, 2012

Hey everyone! This is Amanda over at The Ivy Cottage Blog! I recently took a little vacation to Austin, TX and enjoyed some evenings of sunsets, good friends, great margaritas, and starry nights. It was so nice to spend some time with my hubby and just relax. Needless to say, this week's features are inspired by vacation, relaxation, and good times.

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Yesterday I showed you my master bedroom here. You guys gave me some incredible compliments and I thank you! I won't say that I killed myself cleaning it for the photoshoot, but hey...I clipped rosemary! And I made the bed. I only do that for special occassions. LOL Something in the room was really bothering me. That big metal thing above the bed. I had just moved it into the room recently and it just prayed on my mind. I should have gone with my gut instincts the first time around, when I considered putting this old mirror up there with a ribbon. And I must give credit for the ribbon/mirror combo...except I can't remember whose blog I recently saw this on. It was someone who recently redid a bedroom. If you guys know who I'm thinking of let me know so that I can insert her name here. I was really enthralled with her style. If I recall it was in whites/creams like mine.

I want you to noticed my better half's nightstand on the left. I just don't understand why he wouldn't want a fresh flower arrangement, a big crusty corbel and a stack of decorating books right there. Hmph...the things I give up for love! haha

Before the rearranging bug hit me today I had to run an errand. We're going to a wedding this weekend and I needed to go get a wedding gift. My favorite thrift store just happens to be on the way. The thing about finding treasure at the thrift store is going often. SO I never pass up the chance to run in. I'm glad I did today! Vintage lace curtain for the awkward wavy glass window over the bathtub...2.00

I put a lace panel over a sheer panel. I love the effect! I still get lots of light, but I don't sacrifice privacy.

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Welcome to the porch! Pull up a swing. My passions in life are art and antiquing. I dabble in design, photography and blogging. I really love old farmhouses and prairie chic style. I'm so glad you stopped by, please visit often!♥